Presentation Archive

You may have heard of various “mushroom coffee” products and their purported health benefits. Learn more about these potential benefits through Imunika, a functional, whole bean mushroom-fermented coffee company founded by Jinhu Park (Cornell PAM ’09). Made in collaboration with the Fungi Club!

Learn about Robusta, the second most common coffee species after Arabica. Compare their biology, flavor profiles, and see how Robusta might be the future of sustainable coffee in response to climate change.

A walkthrough of the entire coffee production process, including planting, growth, harvesting, processing, distribution, and roasting. An emphasis is placed on agricultural factors and how they affect the final product.

A breakdown of the most common post-harvest coffee processing methods that occur prior to roasting. These methods vastly impact the flavor of your coffee, and are currently a hot topic in coffee innovation!

Learn about the variable factors throughout the brewing process, including grind size, water temperature, and brew ratio. Use this as a guide to improve your morning cup!

An explanation of how and why we roast coffee to achieve our desired sensory properties. Learn a little about the chemical reactions that occur during roasting, and how these affect coffee flavor.

A brief overview of the Hawaiian coffee industry, and how it vastly differs from other, more common regional origins. Why is Hawaiian coffee so expensive, and is it worth the cost?

Ever wonder what to do with your used coffee grounds after brewing? There are a surprisingly wide range of uses, from skin exfoliation to plant fertilization.

Familiarize yourself with the important aspects to consider when tasting coffee, as well as how to properly “cup” coffee like a professional!

Have a coffee lover in your life? Planning on treating yourself to some new equipment this holiday season? Check out our guide to great gifts for coffee lovers, organized by price.